1959 Citroen DS vs. 1958 Ford 17
To start off, 1959 Citroen DS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 205 kg more than 1958 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford 17 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 1958 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1958 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | 17 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
