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Citroen DS II 19 (90 Hp)
Overall Rating
Citroen DS:
The Citroën DS is a front mid-engined, front-wheel drive executive car manufactured and marketed by Citroën from 1955 to 1975, in fastback/sedan, wagon/estate, and convertible body configurations, across a single generation comprising three series.
Marketed with a less expensive variant, the Citroën ID, the DS was known for its aerodynamic, futuristic body design; unorthodox, quirky, and innovative technology. It set new standards in ride quality, handling, and braking, thanks to both being the first mass production car equipped with hydropneumatic suspension, as well as disc brakes. The 1967 Series 3 also introduced directional headlights to automotive mass-production....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Citroen DS (II). With 149 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1250 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 165 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Citroen DS II was produced long before Euro NCAP testing began. While advanced for its time in ride comfort and handling, it lacks modern passive safety features and would not meet contemporary crash safety standards.
19 (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A noticeable improvement over the 83 Hp variant, providing slightly better acceleration and more confident highway cruising, making it a more versatile choice.
Fuel Economy
Marginally less efficient than the 83 Hp due to higher power output, but still within the expected range for a 1.9L carburetted engine of the period.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unrivaled ride comfort due to hydropneumatic suspension
- • Iconic and timeless design
- • Advanced technology for its era (steering, brakes)
- • Spacious and luxurious interior
- • Strong classic car appeal and appreciating value
Cons:
- • Complex hydropneumatic system can be costly to maintain
- • Performance, while adequate, is not sporty by modern standards
- • Lack of modern safety features
- • Finding skilled mechanics can be challenging
- • Fuel economy is poor compared to modern vehicles
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Cabriolet Chapron: 1962 - 1964).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Citroen |
| Model: | DS |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 19 (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1965 |
| End of production: | 1967 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 5250 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 45.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 149 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1985 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 90 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 78 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.75:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Maximum speed: | 165 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.9 kg/Hp, 72 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.4 kg/Nm, 119.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1250 |
| Max. weight: | 1760 |
| Max load: | 510 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 500 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4838 mm mm [18mm more] |
| Width: | 1790 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1470 mm mm [20mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3125 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1500 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1300 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Front suspension | Hydro-pneumatic element |
| Rear suspension | Hydro-pneumatic element |
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