1960 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 47 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, 2007 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 284 kg more than 2007 Ford Bantam.
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, 2007 Ford Bantam (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2007 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |
