1967 Citroen DS vs. 1988 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 21 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 51 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 672 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1988 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2300 mm |
