1956 Citroen DS vs. 1988 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1988 Dodge Omni is newer by 32 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Omni (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 232 kg more than 1988 Dodge Omni.
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, 1988 Dodge Omni (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1988 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | DS | Omni |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |
