1959 Citroen DS vs. 1983 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1983 Fiat Regata 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Regata (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 348 kg more than 1983 Fiat Regata.
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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (130 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1983 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Regata |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
