1956 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Ignis 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Ignis (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 152 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2006 Suzuki Ignis 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 Suzuki Ignis 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 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | DS | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 41 L |
