1956 Citroen DS vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corona 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 235 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Because 1972 Toyota Corona 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 1972 Toyota Corona. 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) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (123 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Corona |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
