1967 Citroen DS vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS 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 33 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 622 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | Escort |
Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |