1956 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 271 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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | DS | Passat |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
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 | 1529 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |