1965 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2004 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 39 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, 2004 Proton Gen-2 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 2004 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | DS | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
