1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1968 Citroen DS
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Citroen DS weights approximately 310 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. 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, 1968 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1968 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 1968 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Metro | DS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3130 mm |
