1956 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Ignis 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, 1956 Citroen DS (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 296 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 Suzuki Ignis (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2005 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | DS | Ignis |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 39 L |