1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 400 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 Chevrolet Caprice 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 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 Chevrolet Caprice (334 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Caprice | DS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3140 mm |
