1956 Citroen DS vs. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 35 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 192 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | DS | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3000 mm |
