1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1965 Citroen DS
To start off, 1965 Citroen DS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 770 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1965 Citroen DS | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 1000 | DS |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |