1965 Citroen DS vs. 1955 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1965 Citroen DS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1955 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 1955 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | DS | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1965 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2054 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2260 mm |