2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 45 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 227 kg more than 1956 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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (117 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | DS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1367 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
