1959 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 47 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (79 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 463 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.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Punto |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
