1959 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 42 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), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Condor (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 126 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor. 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, 2001 Toyota Condor (158 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Condor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1446 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
