1967 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 46 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 48 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.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | DS | Forester |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2615 mm |