1957 Citroen 2CV vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 1967 Citroen DS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 957 kg more than 1957 Citroen 2CV. 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 2CV | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | 2CV | DS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 65 L |
