1970 Citroen DS vs. 1958 Fiat 500
To start off, 1970 Citroen DS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Citroen DS (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen DS weights approximately 740 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 500 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 1958 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen DS | 1958 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | DS | 500 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 1850 mm |