1956 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 1999 Renault Spider 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 262 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Because 1999 Renault Spider 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 1999 Renault Spider. 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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1999 Renault Spider | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | DS | Spider |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2350 mm |