1969 Citroen DS vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1969 Citroen DS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Citroen DS (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Citroen DS weights approximately 320 kg more than 1965 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, 1969 Citroen DS (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen DS | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | DS | 204 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
