1967 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Proton 400
To start off, 1999 Proton 400 is newer by 32 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 34 more horse power than 1999 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 462 kg more than 1999 Proton 400. 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1999 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | DS | 400 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
