1973 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS 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 19 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Strada weights approximately 95 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen DS | 2009 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | DS | Strada |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2720 mm |