1967 Citroen DS vs. 1979 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1979 Lancia Gamma is newer by 12 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, 1979 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 132 kg more than 1979 Lancia Gamma.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1979 Lancia Gamma | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | DS | Gamma |
Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |