1957 Citroen DS vs. 2003 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2003 Opel Frontera is newer by 46 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Frontera weights approximately 400 kg more than 1957 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Frontera 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, 2003 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 2003 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | DS | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |
