1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1972 Citroen DS
To start off, 1972 Citroen DS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 580 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1972 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 | 1972 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | DS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3130 mm |
