1967 Citroen DS vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1987 Lancia Prisma is newer by 20 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, 1987 Lancia Prisma (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 272 kg more than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | DS | Prisma |
Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |