1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 42 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 1975 Chrysler Valiant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Valiant | DS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3140 mm |
