1959 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Justy is newer by 35 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, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Justy. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 570 kg more than 1994 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Justy. (77 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1994 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | DS | Justy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2290 mm |
