1956 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 38 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 162 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1994 Rover 200 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | DS | 200 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |