1959 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 53 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 380 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma.
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, 2012 Fiat Croma (203 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | DS | Croma |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 203 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |