1956 Citroen DS vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 25 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, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 126 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | DS | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2580 mm |
