1956 Citroen DS vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1980 Holden Commodore is newer by 24 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 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 38 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Because 1980 Holden Commodore 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 1980 Holden Commodore. 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | DS | Commodore |
Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2670 mm |