1968 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Citroen DS (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 570 kg more than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
