1956 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 53 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 314 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. 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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Focus |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
