1957 Citroen DS vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 1978 Seat 127 is newer by 21 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, 1957 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 600 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1957 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | DS | 127 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2230 mm |
