1959 Citroen DS vs. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 34 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 130 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | DS | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3000 mm |
