1956 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 1999 Acura EL is newer by 43 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, 1999 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 61 kg more than 1999 Acura EL.
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, 1999 Acura EL (145 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1999 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | DS | EL |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2619 mm |
