1959 Citroen DS vs. 2003 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 44 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 5 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 459 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Fiat Panda (144 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2003 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Panda |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 861 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
