1956 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1996 Dodge Stealth is newer by 40 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 590 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 1996 Dodge Stealth 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, 1996 Dodge Stealth 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, 1996 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1996 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | DS | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2480 mm |
