1959 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 39 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, 1998 Volkswagen Parati (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 345 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Parati.
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, 1998 Volkswagen Parati (148 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1998 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1998 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | Parati |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2480 mm |
