1960 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 49 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio.
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 @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | DS | Clio |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
