1956 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 52 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 880 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
