1957 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 41 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, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 151 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | Focus |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |