1966 Citroen DS vs. 2003 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 37 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, 1966 Citroen DS (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 526 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 2003 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Panda |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
