1959 Citroen DS vs. 1959 DKW F 93
To start off, both 1959 Citroen DS and 1959 DKW F 93 were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 402 kg more than 1959 DKW F 93. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1959 DKW F 93 | |
Make | Citroen | DKW |
Model | DS | F 93 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 71 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2360 mm |