1967 Citroen DS vs. 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy

To start off, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy is newer by 36 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, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy (133 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 702 kg more than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy.

Because 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy 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 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. 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, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy (178 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Citroen DS 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy
Make Citroen Pininfarina
Model DS Enjoy
Year Released 1967 2003
Engine Size 2175 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 177 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4850 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 750 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 3750 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1080 mm


 

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