1960 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 38 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
