1972 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 32 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 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 43 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, 1972 Citroen DS (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2004 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
