1959 Citroen DS vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 16 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, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 455 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1975 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2340 mm |
