1973 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 34 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, 2007 Peugeot 1007 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 1007 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 81 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.
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 2007 Peugeot 1007. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2007 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | DS | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2320 mm |
