1991 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 32 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 140 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica (146 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corsica | DS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |
