1956 Citroen DS vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 1986 Rover 825 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825 (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Rover 825 (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | DS | 825 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
