1964 Citroen DS vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 104 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Citroen DS (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 104. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Citroen DS weights approximately 411 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104. 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, 1964 Citroen DS (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Citroen DS | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | DS | 104 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
