1959 Citroen DS vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1966 Triumph GT6 is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph GT6 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 460 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1966 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | DS | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |
