1967 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1999 Lotus Elise is newer by 32 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, 1999 Lotus Elise (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 744 kg more than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Because 1999 Lotus Elise 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 1999 Lotus Elise. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1999 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | DS | Elise |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
