1959 Citroen DS vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1974 Toyota Sprinter 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 480 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2380 mm |
