1956 Citroen DS vs. 2003 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 47 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, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 348 kg more than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.
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, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon (184 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | DS | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1250 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |