1973 Citroen DS vs. 1963 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1973 Citroen DS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Campagnola 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 41 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Citroen DS.
Because 1963 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 1963 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2260 mm |
