1956 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 42 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Rover 400.
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, 1998 Rover 400 (182 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1998 Rover 400 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | DS | 400 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 182 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2630 mm |