1956 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 57 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 (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 300 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | DS | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2750 mm |
