1956 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 780 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 2007 Tata Safari 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, 2007 Tata Safari 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, 2007 Tata Safari (181 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | DS | Safari |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 181 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2660 mm |