1959 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 49 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 6 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 137 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS.
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, 2008 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2008 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2008 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
