1956 Citroen DS vs. 1963 Simca 1300
To start off, 1963 Simca 1300 is newer by 7 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 (75 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1300. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 247 kg more than 1963 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Simca 1300 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 1963 Simca 1300. 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 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1963 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | DS | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
