1956 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 52 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (75 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS.
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 @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | DS | 207 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
