1956 Citroen DS vs. 1993 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1993 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 37 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, 1993 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 328 kg more than 1993 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 1993 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1993 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1956 Citroen DS (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1993 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | DS | Samurai |
Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2490 mm |