1956 Citroen DS vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 30 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, 1956 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 445 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. 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) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | DS | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
