1956 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 50 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. Both 1956 Citroen DS and 2006 Fiat Croma are equipped with a 1,909 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 455 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Fiat Croma (280 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2006 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | DS | Croma |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.4 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |