1967 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2010 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 43 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, 2010 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2010 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | DS | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
