1967 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1994 Westfield ZEI is newer by 27 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, 1994 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 727 kg more than 1994 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1994 Westfield ZEI 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 1994 Westfield ZEI. 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, 1994 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1994 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Citroen | Westfield |
Model | DS | ZEI |
Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2340 mm |