1957 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 51 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 15 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 2008 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Panda |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| 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 | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |
