1959 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 53 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A (141 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2012 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DS | A |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
