1971 Abarth 124 vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 1971 Abarth 124 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 255 kg more than 1971 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 124 | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 124 | DS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1125 kg |
