1959 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RunX (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 186 kg more than 2007 Toyota RunX.
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, 2007 Toyota RunX (172 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | RunX |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |