1956 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno 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 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 173 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | DS | Baleno |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2490 mm |