1960 Citroen DS vs. 1989 Ford Capri
To start off, 1989 Ford Capri is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 35 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri.
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, 1989 Ford Capri (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1989 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Capri |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
