1957 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix is newer by 54 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Matrix (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS.
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, 2011 Toyota Matrix (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
