1959 Citroen DS vs. 1983 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1983 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 24 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 290 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.
Because 1983 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, 1983 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, 1983 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1983 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1983 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
