1966 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (161 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion 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 Fusion.
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 Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion 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 Fusion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 66 L |
