1972 Citroen DS vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1972 Citroen DS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen DS (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 27 kg more than 1971 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Citroen DS (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 2000. (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | DS | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 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 |
