1959 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1999 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 40 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1999 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1999 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2450 mm |