1968 Citroen DS vs. 1965 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1968 Citroen DS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Zodiac 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 1965 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1965 Ford Zodiac (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 1965 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
