1959 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,984 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 22 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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 Volkswagen Scirocco (280 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1404 mm |
