1956 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2000 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Forester weights approximately 246 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.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (176 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2000 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 2000 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | DS | Forester |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |
