1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 315 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Vega.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Vega 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 1973 Chevrolet Vega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1973 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Vega | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Vega | DS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |
