1956 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 117 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | DS | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |