1956 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. 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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | iQ |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 98 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 32 L |