1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1975 Abarth 124 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 367 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 124 | DS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1237 kg |
