1992 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1965 Citroen DS
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corsica (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 255 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica.
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, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corsica | 1965 Citroen DS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corsica | DS |
Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 43 L |