1956 Citroen DS vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 29 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, 1956 Citroen DS (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 317 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | DS | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 920 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
