2003 Acura EL vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 2003 Acura EL is newer by 47 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, 2003 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 57 kg more than 2003 Acura EL.
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, 2003 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura EL | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | Acura | Citroen |
Model | EL | DS |
Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3130 mm |