1967 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 29 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, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 362 kg more than 1996 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 1996 Fiat Brava. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1996 Fiat Brava | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | DS | Brava |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |