1967 Citroen DS vs. 1977 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1977 Volkswagen Iltis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 152 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Volkswagen Iltis will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1977 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2110 mm |
