1956 Citroen DS vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 390 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Willys-Overland Rural 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 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1958 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Citroen | Willys-Overland |
| Model | DS | Rural |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2660 mm |
