1959 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 386 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.
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, 2010 Toyota Venza (246 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Venza |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 246 Nm |
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 | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |