1966 Abarth 700 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1966 Abarth 700 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 (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 688 kg more than 1966 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Abarth 700 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 700. 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 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Abarth 700 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 700 | DS |
Year Released | 1966 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 65 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1258 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |