1969 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2000 Toyota Picnic is newer by 31 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Picnic (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Citroen DS. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Citroen DS weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 Toyota Picnic.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen DS | 2000 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Picnic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
