1966 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 38 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, 2004 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 191 kg more than 2004 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, 1966 Citroen DS (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Focus |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
