1968 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 33 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Citroen DS weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
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, 1968 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | RunX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
