1965 Citroen DS vs. 1970 Ford 17
To start off, 1970 Ford 17 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 375 kg more than 1970 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford 17 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 1970 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | 17 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 87 L |
