1957 Citroen DS vs. 1982 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1982 Ford Fairlane is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Fairlane (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 80 kg more than 1957 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 1982 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2950 mm |
