1959 Citroen DS vs. 1981 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1981 Talbot Tagora 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot Tagora (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 65 kg more than 1981 Talbot Tagora.
Because 1981 Talbot Tagora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Talbot Tagora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1981 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1981 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Citroen | Talbot |
Model | DS | Tagora |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 181 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 91.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |