1957 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 53 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, 2010 Dacia Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster.
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, 2010 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Citroen | Dacia |
Model | DS | Duster |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2673 mm |