1967 Citroen DS vs. 1967 Fiat 500
To start off, both 1967 Citroen DS and 1967 Fiat 500 were released in the same year (1967). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 770 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 500 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 1967 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1967 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | DS | 500 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1967 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 22 L |