1967 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 38 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, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2005 Smart ForTwo 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 2005 Smart ForTwo. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Citroen | Smart |
| Model | DS | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 33 L |
