1956 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 45 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 168 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
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, 1956 Citroen DS (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2001 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | DS | Stilo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |