1968 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 307 is newer by 33 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 7 kg more than 1968 Citroen DS.
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, 1968 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 307. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | DS | 307 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
