1967 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Renault 19
To start off, 1995 Renault 19 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 307 kg more than 1995 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1995 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | DS | 19 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
