1956 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1994 Ford Tracer is newer by 38 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, 1994 Ford Tracer (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 248 kg more than 1994 Ford Tracer.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tracer. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1994 Ford Tracer | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | Tracer |
Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |