1956 Citroen DS vs. 1956 Ford Zodiac

To start off, both 1956 Citroen DS and 1956 Ford Zodiac were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 52 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1956 Ford Zodiac is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Citroen DS 1956 Ford Zodiac
Make Citroen Ford
Model DS Zodiac
Year Released 1956 1956
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1909 cc 2552 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 137 Nm 187 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 1192 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2720 mm


 

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