1960 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata Safari (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 720 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari 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, 1998 Tata Safari (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen DS | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | DS | Safari |
Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |