2000 Citroen C2 vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 2000 Citroen C2 is newer by 33 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 462 kg more than 2000 Citroen C2. 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C2 | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C2 | DS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |
