1956 Abarth 600 vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 1960 Citroen DS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 540 kg more than 1956 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Abarth 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 600 | 1960 Citroen DS | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 600 | DS |
Year Released | 1956 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |