1960 Citroen DS vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 43 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Palio |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 20.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2380 mm |
