1967 Citroen DS vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1967 Citroen DS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 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 46 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 552 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | DS | 1200 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |