1967 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2000 Renault Spider is newer by 33 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, 2000 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 462 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider.
Because 2000 Renault Spider 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 2000 Renault Spider. 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, 2000 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 2000 Renault Spider | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | DS | Spider |
Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
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 | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2350 mm |