1968 Citroen DS vs. 1968 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, both 1968 Citroen DS and 1968 Steyr Haflinger were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Citroen DS (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Citroen DS weights approximately 626 kg more than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Steyr Haflinger 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.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen DS | 1968 Steyr Haflinger | |
Make | Citroen | Steyr |
Model | DS | Haflinger |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 2840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 1510 mm |