1974 Abarth 124 vs. 1965 Citroen DS
To start off, 1974 Abarth 124 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 580 kg more than 1974 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 1965 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 124 | DS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1450 kg |
