1959 Citroen DS vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza 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 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 280 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
Because 1973 Vauxhall Firenza 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 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. 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, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (195 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1973 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | DS | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |
