1969 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Tata Estate
To start off, 1998 Tata Estate is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Citroen DS (102 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Estate weights approximately 434 kg more than 1969 Citroen DS.
Because 1998 Tata Estate 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 1998 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1969 Citroen DS (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen DS | 1998 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | DS | Estate |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2830 mm |
