1972 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen DS (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 368 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Citroen DS (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | DS | Clio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
