1956 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 49 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 41 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS.
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, 2005 Opel Corsa (170 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | DS | Corsa |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1181 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |