1956 Citroen DS vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 1974 Fiat 130 is newer by 18 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | 130 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
