1956 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2005 Opel Speedster 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 253 kg more than 2005 Opel Speedster.
Because 2005 Opel Speedster 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 2005 Opel Speedster. 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, 2005 Opel Speedster (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Speedster 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 Speedster | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | DS | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 36 L |
