2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1966 Citroen DS
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1129 kg more than 1966 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1966 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | DS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 25 L |
