1956 Citroen DS vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 280 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.
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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (224 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
