1959 Citroen DS vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 1959 Citroen DS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 444 kg more than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | DS | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
