1956 Citroen DS vs. 1980 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1980 Subaru Coupe 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 340 kg more than 1980 Subaru Coupe.
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 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Coupe. 1980 Subaru Coupe has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Subaru Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1980 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | DS | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2470 mm |
