2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 53 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, 1956 Citroen DS (75 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 26 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | DS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |
