1959 Citroen DS vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 1970 Volvo 164 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 164 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 164 weights approximately 232 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Volvo 164 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 Volvo 164. 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, 1970 Volvo 164 (210 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1970 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | DS | 164 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 210 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2730 mm |