1967 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Ford Puma
To start off, 1999 Ford Puma is newer by 32 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 19 more horse power than 1999 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 442 kg more than 1999 Ford Puma. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1999 Ford Puma | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | Puma |
Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |