1956 Citroen DS vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 604 is newer by 29 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 183 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Peugeot 604 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 1985 Peugeot 604. 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, 1985 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | DS | 604 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
