1972 Citroen DS vs. 1958 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1972 Citroen DS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen DS (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 242 kg more than 1958 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Citroen DS (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 1958 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | DS | CJ |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2060 mm |
