2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 50 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (175 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1957 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, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 1957 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | HHR | DS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3140 mm |
