1965 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 44 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 49 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 497 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. 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, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Panda |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
