1956 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 418 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 2012 Subaru Legacy 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | DS | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
