1957 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Citroen C3
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 50 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, 1957 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 108 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. 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, 2007 Citroen C3 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 2007 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | DS | C3 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
