1959 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 53 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 254 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
