1971 Citroen DS vs. 1969 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1971 Citroen DS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 192 kg more than 1971 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat Dino 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 1969 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1969 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen DS | 1969 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Dino |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2560 mm |
