1967 Citroen DS vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2003 Subaru Outback is newer by 36 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Outback (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 17 kg more than 2003 Subaru Outback.
Because 2003 Subaru Outback 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, 2003 Subaru Outback 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, 2003 Subaru Outback (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | DS | Outback |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
