1957 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 110 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| 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 | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
