1966 Citroen DS vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 1966 Citroen DS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 358 kg more than 1959 Riley 4-68. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Riley 4-68 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 1959 Riley 4-68. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
| Make | Citroen | Riley |
| Model | DS | 4-68 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |
