1967 Citroen DS vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 319 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | DS | Tempra |
Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1133 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2550 mm |