1959 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1994 Ford Fiesta is newer by 35 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fiesta (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (135 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1994 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 135 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |