1956 Citroen DS vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 46 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, 1956 Citroen DS (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 43 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Focus |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
