1966 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 45 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 13 kg more than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| 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 | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83.1 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 | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 59 L |
