1956 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1994 Eagle Talon is newer by 38 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 7 kg more than 1994 Eagle Talon.
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, 1994 Eagle Talon (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1994 Eagle Talon | |
Make | Citroen | Eagle |
Model | DS | Talon |
Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2480 mm |