1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1959 Citroen DS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS.
Because 1955 Austin A 90 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 1955 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1955 Austin A 90 (168 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1955 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 90 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 90 | DS |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3140 mm |
