1956 Citroen DS vs. 1974 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1974 Lancia Stratos is newer by 18 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 160 kg more than 1974 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1974 Lancia Stratos 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 1974 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1974 Lancia Stratos (226 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1974 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1974 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | DS | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
