1966 Citroen DS vs. 1991 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tipo is newer by 25 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, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 270 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
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, 1966 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 1991 Fiat Tipo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | DS | Tipo |
Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 52 L |