1956 Citroen DS vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 5 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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Carina |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
