1956 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 51 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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (140 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2007 Fiat Palio II | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | DS | Palio II |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 140 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 67.4 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |