1957 Citroen DS vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 200 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405.
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, 1992 Peugeot 405 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | DS | 405 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |