1959 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Ford Triton
To start off, 1998 Ford Triton is newer by 39 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 1,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Triton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Triton (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Triton should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 88 kg more than 1998 Ford Triton.
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 Triton (174 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1998 Ford Triton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1998 Ford Triton | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Triton |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3520 mm |
