1957 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 41 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 21 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 585 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1957 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
