1960 Citroen DS vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1960 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, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | DS | 205 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| 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 | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
