1965 Citroen DS vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1969 Fiat 130 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1965 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat 130 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 1969 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | DS | 130 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |