1960 Citroen DS vs. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1960 Citroen DS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Citroen DS (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 76 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS.
Because 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1949 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen DS | 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | DS | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 1960 | 1949 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 145 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2650 mm |