1959 Citroen DS vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 43 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS.
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, 2002 Opel Vectra (203 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | DS | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
