1966 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 42 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, 2008 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 343 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | Focus |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
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 | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 51 L |