1972 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 148 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS. 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
