1967 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 42 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 7 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | DS | Polo |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |