1956 Citroen DS vs. 1989 Holden Barina
To start off, 1989 Holden Barina is newer by 33 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, 1989 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 528 kg more than 1989 Holden Barina.
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, 1956 Citroen DS (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1989 Holden Barina | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | DS | Barina |
Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2250 mm |