1969 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1995 Fiat Coupe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Coupe (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Citroen DS weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Fiat Coupe.
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, 1995 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen DS | 1995 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
