1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1969 Abarth 1300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 504 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Because 1969 Abarth 1300 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 1969 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | DS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |
