1959 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 47 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 45 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
