1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1960 Abarth Coupe 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 730 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth Coupe 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 Coupe. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth Coupe | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | Coupe | DS |
Year Released | 1960 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 784 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 137 Nm |
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 | 590 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |