1956 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 51 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 419 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | DS | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
