1957 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (79 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 324 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1957 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | DS | Vitara |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2490 mm |