1971 Chrysler Centura vs. 1971 Citroen DS
To start off, both 1971 Chrysler Centura and 1971 Citroen DS were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Centura (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen DS weights approximately 97 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Centura.
Because 1971 Chrysler Centura 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 1971 Chrysler Centura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Centura | 1971 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Centura | DS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3130 mm |
