1956 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 55 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, 2011 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 355 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, 1956 Citroen DS (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | DS | Corsa |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |