2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1965 Citroen DS
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 41 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 300 kg more than 1965 Citroen DS.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 1965 Citroen DS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Aveo | DS |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |