1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1965 Citroen DS
To start off, 1965 Citroen DS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 760 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 1965 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 35 | DS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 43 L |
