1959 Citroen DS vs. 1981 Seat 127
To start off, 1981 Seat 127 is newer by 22 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 27 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 423 kg more than 1981 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1981 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | DS | 127 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2230 mm |
