1968 Citroen DS vs. 1960 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1968 Citroen DS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Citroen DS (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1960 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Citroen DS weights approximately 345 kg more than 1960 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Riley One-Point-Five 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 1960 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 1960 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Citroen | Riley |
| Model | DS | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 31 L |
