1956 Citroen DS vs. 1993 Toyota Century
To start off, 1993 Toyota Century 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Century (154 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Century weights approximately 660 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.
Because 1993 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Toyota Century (289 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 1993 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1993 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Century |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2870 mm |
