1956 Citroen DS vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1988 Opel Kadett 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Kadett (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 251 kg more than 1988 Opel Kadett.
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 Opel Kadett (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | DS | Kadett |
Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1007 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |