1959 Citroen DS vs. 1981 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 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 30 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 450 kg more than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 will offer significantly more control. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (75 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | DS | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2040 mm |
