1956 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra 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. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 197 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 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | DS | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
