1967 Citroen DS vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1984 Toyota Model F is newer by 17 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 152 kg more than 1984 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Model F is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Model F |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2240 mm |
