1956 Citroen DS vs. 1967 Simca 1100
To start off, 1967 Simca 1100 is newer by 11 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 8 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 308 kg more than 1967 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1967 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Citroen | Simca |
Model | DS | 1100 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |