2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 41 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1959 Citroen DS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Prizm | DS |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 137 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |