1972 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 23 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 65 kg more than 1995 Fiat Bravo. 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, 1972 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (147 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 1995 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2550 mm |
