1972 Citroen DS vs. 1989 Fiat Croma
To start off, 1989 Fiat Croma is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Croma (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Croma weights approximately 98 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS. 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, 1989 Fiat Croma (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 1989 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Croma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
