1960 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 35 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 194 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
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, 1995 Ford Escort (150 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Escort |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
