1957 Citroen DS vs. 1959 Moretti Golden
To start off, 1959 Moretti Golden is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Moretti Golden (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Moretti Golden should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 430 kg more than 1959 Moretti Golden.
Because 1959 Moretti Golden is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Moretti Golden. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti Golden. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti Golden.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 1959 Moretti Golden | |
Make | Citroen | Moretti |
Model | DS | Golden |
Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2410 mm |