1956 Citroen DS vs. 1997 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1997 Subaru Impreza is newer by 41 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, 1997 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 93 kg more than 1997 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1997 Subaru Impreza 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, 1997 Subaru Impreza 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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1997 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | DS | Impreza |
Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |