1959 Citroen DS vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (146 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | DS | Legacy |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1820 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 146 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |