1959 Citroen DS vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 504 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1975 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | DS | 504 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2910 mm |