1963 Citroen DS vs. 1963 Singer Vogue II
To start off, both 1963 Citroen DS and 1963 Singer Vogue II were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Citroen DS (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1963 Singer Vogue II. (57 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1963 Singer Vogue II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Citroen DS weights approximately 188 kg more than 1963 Singer Vogue II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Singer Vogue II 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 1963 Singer Vogue II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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.
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1963 Citroen DS | 1963 Singer Vogue II | |
Make | Citroen | Singer |
Model | DS | Vogue II |
Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |