1956 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 48 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (94 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 2 kg more than 2004 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 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2004 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | DS | Stilo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 94 HP |
Torque | 137 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |