1956 Citroen DS vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1977 Peugeot 504 is newer by 21 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 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS.
Because 1977 Peugeot 504 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 1977 Peugeot 504. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | DS | 504 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
