1956 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 48 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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 93 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | Polo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| 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 | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
