1956 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2000 Lotus Exige is newer by 44 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, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 354 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Because 2000 Lotus Exige 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 2000 Lotus Exige. 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, 2000 Lotus Exige (180 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2000 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | DS | Exige |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 36 L |
