1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 42 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Abarth Stola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 520 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | Stola | DS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
