1973 Citroen DS vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 1973 Citroen DS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1973 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen DS | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | DS | 130 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2730 mm |