1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 1960 Citroen DS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A 95 (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 95 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Austin A 95 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 1958 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1958 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 95 | 1960 Citroen DS | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 95 | DS |
Year Released | 1958 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
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 | 1356 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |