1956 Citroen DS vs. 1975 Citroen GS
To start off, 1975 Citroen GS is newer by 19 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, 1956 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 250 kg more than 1975 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1975 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | DS | GS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
