1956 Citroen DS vs. 1991 Ford Laser
To start off, 1991 Ford Laser is newer by 35 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, 1991 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 253 kg more than 1991 Ford Laser.
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 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1991 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Laser |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
