1967 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 43 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 858 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | Passat |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
