1959 Citroen DS vs. 1968 Fiat 850
To start off, 1968 Fiat 850 is newer by 9 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 23 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 605 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 850 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 1968 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1968 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | 850 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |
