1959 Citroen DS vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Corsa (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 455 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa.
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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | DS | Corsa |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 115 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2520 mm |