1960 Citroen DS vs. 1982 Fiat Argenta
To start off, 1982 Fiat Argenta is newer by 22 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, 1982 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1982 Fiat Argenta | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Argenta |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
