1959 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 49 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | DS | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
