1956 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 223 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | DS | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
