1956 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS.
Because 2010 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2010 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2010 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | DS | Jimny |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 69.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |