1956 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 45 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 2,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Condor (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 537 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 2001 Toyota Condor 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, 2001 Toyota Condor 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, 2001 Toyota Condor (192 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Condor |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1677 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
