1956 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 268 kg more than 1996 Proton 400.
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 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1996 Proton 400 | |
Make | Citroen | Proton |
Model | DS | 400 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |