1957 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo (84 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 1957 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | DS | Polo |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |