1967 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 44 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 19 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 295 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | Polo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
