1956 Citroen DS vs. 1991 Renault 25
To start off, 1991 Renault 25 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 175 kg more than 1991 Renault 25.
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, 1991 Renault 25 (159 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1991 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1991 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | DS | 25 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2730 mm |
