1966 Citroen DS vs. 1997 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 605 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 605 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1966 Citroen DS. 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, 1997 Peugeot 605 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1997 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | DS | 605 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2810 mm |
