1957 Citroen DS vs. 1985 Ford Laser
To start off, 1985 Ford Laser is newer by 28 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 528 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser.
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, 1957 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 1985 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Laser |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2370 mm |
