1959 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2004 Ford Fusion is newer by 45 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, 2004 Ford Fusion (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Ford Fusion.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 2004 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | Fusion |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 124 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |