1956 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 48 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 37 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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, 2004 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | Focus |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |