1969 Citroen DS vs. 1955 Fiat 600
To start off, 1969 Citroen DS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Citroen DS (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Citroen DS weights approximately 635 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 600 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 1955 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1969 Citroen DS (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen DS | 1955 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | 600 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 56 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
