1994 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 38 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica.
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, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Corsica | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corsica | DS |
Year Released | 1994 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 137 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 63 L |