1956 Citroen DS vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 34 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, 1990 Ford Escort (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 163 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort.
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, 1990 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1990 Ford Escort | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | Escort |
Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |