1969 Citroen DS vs. 1969 Fiat 128
To start off, both 1969 Citroen DS and 1969 Fiat 128 were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Citroen DS (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 128. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Citroen DS weights approximately 625 kg more than 1969 Fiat 128. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen DS | 1969 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | 128 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
