1956 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara (79 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 268 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1956 Citroen DS (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | DS | Vitara |
Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2490 mm |