1968 Citroen DS vs. 1958 Holden FE
To start off, 1968 Citroen DS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Citroen DS weights approximately 230 kg more than 1958 Holden FE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Holden FE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Holden FE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1968 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 1958 Holden FE | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | DS | FE |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2670 mm |
