1960 Citroen DS vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta 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 Fiesta (75 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 310 kg more than 1989 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, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2450 mm |
