1973 Citroen DS vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 1973 Citroen DS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen DS (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1973 Citroen DS.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Citroen DS (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen DS | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | DS | 1800 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2650 mm |