1959 Citroen DS vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1971 Renault 15 is newer by 12 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, 1971 Renault 15 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 300 kg more than 1971 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1971 Renault 15 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | DS | 15 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 125 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |