1956 Citroen DS vs. 2002 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2002 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 46 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, 2002 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 2002 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2002 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2002 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2280 mm |
