1968 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 41 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 474 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.
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 2009 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen DS | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Yaris |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |