1956 Citroen DS vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 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, 1972 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 403 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Corolla |
Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2340 mm |