1959 Citroen DS vs. 1977 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 18 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, 1977 Plymouth Horizon (75 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 320 kg more than 1977 Plymouth Horizon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Horizon. (122 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1977 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | DS | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2530 mm |
