1959 Citroen DS vs. 1963 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1963 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 30 kg more than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Campagnola 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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1963 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
