1956 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 493 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | DS | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
