1967 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius is newer by 45 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, 2012 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 16 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Prius |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |