1956 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Doblo is newer by 55 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, 1956 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Doblo.
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, 2011 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2011 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2011 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2755 mm |
