1973 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen DS weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
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, 2005 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Focus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2620 mm |
