1956 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1994 Toyota Celica 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Celica (169 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Celica weights approximately 157 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.
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 Toyota Celica (186 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1994 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1994 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Celica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
