1960 Citroen DS vs. 1970 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1970 Peugeot 204 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 245 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 204. 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, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1970 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | DS | 204 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
