1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 1960 Abarth 850 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 555 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1957 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 850 | DS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 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 | 570 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
