2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 846 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Colorado | DS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 43 L |
