1968 Citroen DS vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 90 kg more than 1968 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica 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 1981 Toyota Celica. 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen DS | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Celica |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |