1959 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 54 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (236 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | DS | Outback |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 236 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
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 | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2740 mm |