1956 Citroen DS vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit 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 Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 79 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit 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 Spirit | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | DS | Spirit |
| 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 | 75 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2630 mm |
