1967 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 8 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | Polo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
