1956 Citroen DS vs. 1967 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1967 Triumph 1300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 222 kg more than 1967 Triumph 1300. 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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1967 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | DS | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
