1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1970 Citroen DS
To start off, 1970 Citroen DS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Citroen DS (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1970 Citroen DS.
Because 1954 Austin A 70 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 1954 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1954 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 70 | 1970 Citroen DS | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 70 | DS |
Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3130 mm |