1956 Citroen DS vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1962 Toyota Crown 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 115 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Toyota Crown (145 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1962 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Crown |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
