1956 Citroen DS vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 46 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, 2002 Lotus Elise (134 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 481 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Because 2002 Lotus Elise 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 2002 Lotus Elise. 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, 2002 Lotus Elise (175 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | DS | Elise |
Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89.3 mm |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |