1973 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Opel Agila
To start off, 2008 Opel Agila is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen DS (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen DS weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Opel Agila. 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, 2008 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2008 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | DS | Agila |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2370 mm |
