1966 Citroen DS vs. 1993 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1993 Ford Scorpio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 135 kg more than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
Because 1993 Ford Scorpio 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 1993 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1966 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1993 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2770 mm |
