1956 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 56 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, 2012 Lancia Musa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Musa weights approximately 20 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, 2012 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | DS | Musa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| 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 | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
