2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 52 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 57 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3.
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, 2009 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1957 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | DS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
