1956 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Subaru G3X
To start off, 2005 Subaru G3X 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru G3X (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru G3X 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 Subaru G3X.
Because 2005 Subaru G3X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru G3X will offer significantly more control. 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, 1956 Citroen DS (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru G3X. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru G3X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2005 Subaru G3X | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | DS | G3X |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 41 L |
