1959 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2000 Toyota GT1 is newer by 41 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, 2000 Toyota GT1 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota GT1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1.
Because 2000 Toyota GT1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Toyota GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota GT1. (125 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota GT1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | GT1 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2810 mm |
