1966 Citroen DS vs. 1981 Fiat Strada
To start off, 1981 Fiat Strada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 406 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
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, 1981 Fiat Strada (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1981 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Strada |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
