1973 Citroen DS vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 30 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Be Bop weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | DS | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2580 mm |
