1956 Citroen DS vs. 1961 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1961 Peugeot 404 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1961 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 172 kg more than 1961 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Peugeot 404 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 1961 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1961 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | DS | 404 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
