1966 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 41 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 313 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
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 Fiesta (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |