1956 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 1994 Renault Express 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 320 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | DS | Express |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2590 mm |
