1967 Citroen DS vs. 1958 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1967 Citroen DS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 162 kg more than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1958 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
