1987 Citroen AX vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 31 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, 1987 Citroen AX (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 536 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
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 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | AX | DS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1258 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3130 mm |
