1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. (46 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 580 kg more than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | DS |
Year Released | 1960 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |