1959 Citroen DS vs. 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe
To start off, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe is newer by 32 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, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe (123 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 240 kg more than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe.
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, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe (164 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | DS | Sports Coupe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2530 mm |
