1959 Citroen DS vs. 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS 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 7 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 87 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS.
Because 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett 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 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett (145 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | DS | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
