1956 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 458 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.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 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, 2010 Volvo V50 (320 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | DS | V50 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |