1957 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Neon is newer by 42 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 211 kg more than 1999 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1999 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 1999 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | DS | Neon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
