1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1957 Austin A 40 is newer by 1 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, 1956 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 90 kg more than 1957 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Austin A 40 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 1957 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 40 | DS |
Year Released | 1957 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 137 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |