1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1959 Citroen DS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 200 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey 100.
Because 1957 Austin-Healey 100 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-Healey 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (143 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1957 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | DS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
