1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1964 Citroen DS
To start off, 1964 Citroen DS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1964 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Citroen DS weights approximately 411 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 1963 Abarth 1600 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 1963 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen DS. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 1600 | 1964 Citroen DS | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 1600 | DS |
Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3130 mm |