1972 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 37 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 2009 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | DS | Ducato |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3460 mm |