1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 372 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. 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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen C 15 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C 15 | DS |
Year Released | 1984 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |