1956 Citroen DS vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 5 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Citroen BX (173 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1990 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | DS | BX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2660 mm |
