1970 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen DS weights approximately 122 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen DS | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | Polo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2470 mm |
