1959 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (169 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 792 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 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Hilux |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 343 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |