1967 Citroen DS vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 167 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | DS | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
