1956 Citroen DS vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 42 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, 1956 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 420 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | MCC |
| Model | DS | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 22 L |
