1957 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1999 Fiat Brava is newer by 42 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, 1999 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Fiat Brava.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1957 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 1999 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Brava |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
