1957 Citroen DS vs. 1992 Ford Laser
To start off, 1992 Ford Laser is newer by 35 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, 1992 Ford Laser (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 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 315 kg more than 1992 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1957 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 1992 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Laser |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
