1966 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 33 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, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (125 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1999 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2280 mm |
