1959 Citroen DS vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1973 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 14 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, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 670 kg more than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
Make | Citroen | Steyr |
Model | DS | Haflinger |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 641 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 45 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 2860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 1510 mm |