1956 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 54 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, 2010 Dacia Logan (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 203 kg more than 2010 Dacia Logan.
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 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Citroen | Dacia |
Model | DS | Logan |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |