1996 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 37 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 129 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Cavalier | DS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 63 L |
