1970 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen DS 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 1 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen DS weights approximately 104 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen DS | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | 500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3547 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1627 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2300 mm |
