1966 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 43 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 510 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 2009 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | DS | Ducato |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 90 L |