1957 Citroen DS vs. 1968 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1968 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lancia Fulvia (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 350 kg more than 1968 Lancia Fulvia.
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, 1957 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. (120 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 1968 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | DS | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |