1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1959 Abarth 1600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1600 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 165 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600.
Because 1959 Abarth 1600 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 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1600 | DS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
