1959 Citroen DS vs. 1969 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1969 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 10 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, 1969 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 360 kg more than 1969 Lancia Fulvia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Lancia Fulvia (154 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1969 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1969 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | DS | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
