1959 Citroen DS vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1970 Toyota Corona is newer by 11 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, 1970 Toyota Corona (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 350 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Because 1970 Toyota Corona 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 1970 Toyota Corona. 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, both vehicles can yield 137 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Corona |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
