1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1957 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xantia | DS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
