1966 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 34 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 226 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus.
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, 2000 Ford Focus (202 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 2000 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Focus |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
