1959 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 54 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 192 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | DS | 500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 133 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |