1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 690 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | DS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1911 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
