1967 Citroen DS vs. 1997 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1997 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 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, 1997 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 102 kg more than 1997 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1997 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1997 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | DS | Legacy |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |