1972 Citroen DS vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Citroen DS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen DS (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 83 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS.
Because 1969 Dodge Dart 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 1969 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | DS | Dart |
Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |