1956 Citroen DS vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1973 Toyota Sprinter 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, 1973 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 372 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2340 mm |
