DS Automobiles DS 4 vs Fiat 600 – Which car suits you better?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Costs and Efficiency: When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Fiat 600 has a strongly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21800 £, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 costs 34000 £. That’s a price difference of around 12129 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat 600 manages with 4.80 L and is therefore hardly any more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 4 with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

Engine and Performance: Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Fiat 600 has a somewhat edge – offering 156 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 26 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Fiat 600 is distinctly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.50 s, while the DS Automobiles DS 4 takes 10.90 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the DS Automobiles DS 4 performs minimal better – reaching 203 km/h, while the Fiat 600 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 4 pulls a touch stronger with 300 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use: Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, the Fiat 600 is a bit lighter – 1355 kg compared to 1558 kg. The difference is around 203 kg.

In terms of boot space, the DS Automobiles DS 4 offers somewhat more room – 430 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Fiat 600 performs minimal better – up to 1256 L, which is about 16 L more than the DS Automobiles DS 4.

When it comes to payload, DS Automobiles DS 4 minimal takes the win – 442 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 12 kg.

All in all, the Fiat 600 shows itself to be performs better in the key areas and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.