1973 Citroen DS vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen DS (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen DS weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 307. 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, 1973 Citroen DS (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | DS | 307 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2620 mm |
