1956 Abarth Renault vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, both 1956 Abarth Renault and 1956 Citroen DS were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Abarth Renault (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Abarth Renault should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 430 kg more than 1956 Abarth Renault.
Because 1956 Abarth Renault 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 1956 Abarth Renault. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth Renault | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | Renault | DS |
Year Released | 1956 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |