1959 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2012 Suzuki Equator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | DS | Equator |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
