1960 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 39 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
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, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | DS | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2550 mm |
