1956 Citroen DS vs. 1990 Citroen AX
To start off, 1990 Citroen AX is newer by 34 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 30 more horse power than 1990 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 418 kg more than 1990 Citroen AX. 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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1990 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | DS | AX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
