1975 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1975 Autobianchi A 112 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, 1956 Citroen DS (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1975 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 562 kg more than 1975 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Autobianchi A 112 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Citroen |
| Model | A 112 | DS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
