1959 Citroen DS vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 44 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Baja (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 260 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 2003 Subaru Baja 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, 2003 Subaru Baja 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, 2003 Subaru Baja (225 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | DS | Baja |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
