1967 Citroen DS vs. 1958 Ford Popular
To start off, 1967 Citroen DS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 717 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Popular is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1958 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Popular |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2300 mm |
