1957 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 48 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 35 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.
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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | DS | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2580 mm |
