1956 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
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) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 115 Nm |
| 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 | 1140 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
