1965 Citroen DS vs. 2002 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2002 Fiat Stilo is newer by 37 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2002 Fiat Stilo (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 2002 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
