1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 1967 Citroen DS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 868 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 750 | DS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |
