1971 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 248 kg more than 1971 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen DS | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
