1956 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 53 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, 1956 Citroen DS (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 172 kg more than 2009 Dacia Logan. 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, 2009 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2009 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Citroen | Dacia |
| Model | DS | Logan |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
