1956 Citroen DS vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 1962 Renault Floride is newer by 6 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1962 Renault Floride. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 478 kg more than 1962 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Renault Floride 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 1962 Renault Floride. 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, 1956 Citroen DS (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1962 Renault Floride | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | DS | Floride |
Year Released | 1956 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |