1959 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 51 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 145 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 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | DS | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
