1959 Citroen DS vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corona is newer by 15 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 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 120 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Because 1974 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 1974 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, 1974 Toyota Corona (162 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1974 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Corona |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 162 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |