1967 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 40 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 21 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 502 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | DS | 206 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
