1956 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 380 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | Citi |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 49 L |
