1959 Citroen DS vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 85 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada.
Because 1981 Ford Granada 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 1981 Ford Granada. 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, 1981 Ford Granada (151 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | Granada |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 151 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2780 mm |