1972 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 34 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, 1972 Citroen DS (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 103 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 2006 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | DS | Stilo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |