1956 Citroen DS vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1973 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 17 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 38 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 608 kg more than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
Make | Citroen | Steyr |
Model | DS | Haflinger |
Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 641 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 2860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 1510 mm |