1959 Citroen DS vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1967 Opel Record is newer by 8 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 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 242 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Record 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 1967 Opel Record. 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, 1967 Opel Record (223 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1967 Opel Record | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | DS | Record |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 223 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |