1960 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS.
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) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
