2001 Citroen Osee vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS.
Because 2001 Citroen Osee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Citroen Osee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS. 2001 Citroen Osee has automatic transmission and 1960 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1960 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Osee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Osee | 1960 Citroen DS | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Osee | DS |
Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1530 mm |