1959 Citroen DS vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 26 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, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 433 kg more than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 1985 Reliant Scimitar 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 1985 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (132 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Citroen | Reliant |
| Model | DS | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2140 mm |
