1956 Citroen DS vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 26 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, 1982 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 283 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
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 @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | DS | Prisma |
Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |