1973 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Doblo is newer by 37 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 1 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Doblo.
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, 1973 Citroen DS (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2010 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | DS | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2570 mm |
