1957 Citroen DS vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1979 Triumph TR7 is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Triumph TR7 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 305 kg more than 1979 Triumph TR7.
Because 1979 Triumph TR7 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 1979 Triumph TR7. 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, 1979 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Citroen | Triumph |
Model | DS | TR7 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |