1971 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Palio (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen DS weights approximately 117 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio.
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, 1971 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen DS | 2001 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | DS | Palio |
Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2430 mm |