2002 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 45 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 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier (121 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1957 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Cavalier | DS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 63 L |
