1969 Citroen DS vs. 1965 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1969 Citroen DS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Citroen DS (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1965 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Citroen DS weights approximately 473 kg more than 1965 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Anglia 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 Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1969 Citroen DS (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen DS | 1965 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
