1956 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1999 Toyota Picnic 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Picnic (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 245 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, 1999 Toyota Picnic (210 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1999 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Picnic |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 210 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2740 mm |