1964 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Citroen DS (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 628 kg more than 1964 Citroen DS.
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, 2006 Fiat Punto (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen DS. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Citroen DS | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Punto |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |
