1959 Citroen DS vs. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado 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 2,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 110 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1993 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | DS | Corrado |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2860 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |