1973 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 36 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen DS (103 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen DS weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 Ford Bantam. 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, 1973 Citroen DS (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2009 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2670 mm |
