1957 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 50 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 385 kg more than 2007 Fiat 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, 1957 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 2007 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | DS | Punto |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |