1967 Citroen DS vs. 1981 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1981 Peugeot 505 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1981 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 152 kg more than 1981 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Peugeot 505 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1981 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | DS | 505 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2910 mm |