1957 Citroen DS vs. 1997 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1997 Lancia Dedra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 Lancia Dedra.
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, 1957 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1957 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 1997 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | DS | Dedra |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |