1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1969 Citroen DS
To start off, 1969 Citroen DS is newer by 13 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, 1969 Citroen DS (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1969 Citroen DS.
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, 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, 1956 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 95 | 1969 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 95 | DS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
