1968 Citroen DS vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1970 Triumph 2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1968 Citroen DS.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1968 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | DS | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2700 mm |
