1972 Citroen DS vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 1972 Citroen DS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 70 kg more than 1959 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Riley 4 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 1959 Riley 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Riley |
Model | DS | 4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |