1959 Citroen DS vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Renault 15 is newer by 21 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 355 kg more than 1980 Renault 15. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | DS | 15 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
