1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1980 Avanti Avanti is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 220 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Avanti Avanti 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 1980 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1980 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Avanti Avanti | 1959 Citroen DS | |
Make | Avanti | Citroen |
Model | Avanti | DS |
Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 137 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3140 mm |