1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 190 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.
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 Lumina (251 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Lumina | DS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 63 L |
