1956 Citroen DS vs. 1955 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1956 Citroen DS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS.
Because 1955 Fiat 1400 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 1955 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1955 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2660 mm |
