1957 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sparky (86 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky 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, 2005 Toyota Sparky 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, 1957 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1957 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Sparky |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |