1956 Citroen DS vs. 1969 Moretti S Coupe
To start off, 1969 Moretti S Coupe is newer by 13 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 (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 558 kg more than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Moretti S Coupe 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 1969 Moretti S Coupe. 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 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti S Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1969 Moretti S Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Moretti |
| Model | DS | S Coupe |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |
