1956 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Altea weights approximately 250 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, 2009 Seat Altea (201 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2009 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2009 Seat Altea | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | DS | Altea |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 201 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |