1959 Citroen DS vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1965 Fiat Coupe is newer by 6 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 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 102 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
