1956 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 364 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 2011 Toyota Hilux 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, 2011 Toyota Hilux 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, 2011 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
