1967 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Ford 24.7
To start off, 2000 Ford 24.7 is newer by 33 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, 2000 Ford 24.7 (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford 24.7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 244 kg more than 2000 Ford 24.7.
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, 2000 Ford 24.7 (359 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm). This means 2000 Ford 24.7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2000 Ford 24.7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | 24.7 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2580 mm |
