1967 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1995 Saturn SC is newer by 28 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, 1995 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 372 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | DS | SC |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
