1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 1967 Citroen DS is newer by 12 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, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 132 kg more than 1955 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 90 | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 90 | DS |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1452 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 |
