1960 Citroen DS vs. 1969 Fiat 124
To start off, 1969 Fiat 124 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 124 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 165 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124.
Because 1969 Fiat 124 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 1969 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1969 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | 124 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
