1957 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 51 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Because 2008 Ford Fusion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
