1957 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Toyota Celica is newer by 47 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, 2004 Toyota Celica (140 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 216 kg more than 2004 Toyota Celica.
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, 2004 Toyota Celica (170 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 2004 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Celica |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |