1963 Citroen DS vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, both 1963 Citroen DS and 1963 Peugeot 404 were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Citroen DS (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Citroen DS weights approximately 195 kg more than 1963 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen DS | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | DS | 404 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
