1959 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 52 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 288 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 2011 Subaru Outback 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, 2011 Subaru Outback 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (335 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | DS | Outback |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 335 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |