1959 Citroen DS vs. 1969 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1969 Isuzu Florian is newer by 10 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, 1969 Isuzu Florian (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 324 kg more than 1969 Isuzu Florian.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1969 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | DS | Florian |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
