1967 Citroen DS vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 104 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 104. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 708 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | DS | 104 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |