1949 Austin A 110 vs. 1969 Citroen DS
To start off, 1969 Citroen DS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 110 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1969 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Austin A 110 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 1949 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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. Let's talk about torque, 1949 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 1969 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 110 | DS |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
