1956 Citroen DS vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 34 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 7 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (140 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
