1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 1957 Citroen DS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 95 (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1957 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 95 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 1956 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1956 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 95 | 1957 Citroen DS | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 95 | DS |
Year Released | 1956 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |