Citroën DS I Cabriolet Chapron 19 (83 hp)

Gasoline engine with 83 hp (61 kW) and 105 lb-ft (142 Nm), built 1962–1964, convertible body, front-wheel drive. It is the most powerful gasoline version of the generation.

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Power83 hp (61 kW)
Torque105 lb-ft (142 Nm)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version19 (83 hp)
Displacement1.9 L (1,911 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel systemCarburetor
Compression ratio7-5
Bore78 mm
Stroke100 mm

Performance

Power83 hp (61 kW) @ 4500 rpm
Torque105 lb-ft (142 Nm) @ 3000 rpm

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
Fuel tank17.2 gal (65 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleConvertible
Doors2
Length189.8 in (4,820 mm)
Width70.5 in (1,790 mm)
Height57.1 in (1,450 mm)
Curb weight2,822 lb (1,280 kg)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
Gears4
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionHydropneumatic
Rear suspensionHydropneumatic

What to check on a Citroën DS with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Citroën DS I Cabriolet Chapron engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
19 (78 hp)Gasoline78 hp (57 kW)

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