1966 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 43 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, 2009 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 100 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | Focus |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |