1959 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 48 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 55 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 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | DS | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
