1965 Citroen DS vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1974 Triumph 2000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 205 kg more than 1974 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | DS | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2700 mm |
