1966 Abarth 595 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1966 Abarth 595 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 767 kg more than 1966 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Abarth 595 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 1966 Abarth 595. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Abarth 595 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 595 | DS |
Year Released | 1966 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |