1969 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 38 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 95 kg more than 1969 Citroen DS.
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, 1969 Citroen DS (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen DS | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | DS | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
