1959 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 50 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (159 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS.
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, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (220 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2009 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2009 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | DS | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 49 L |
