1959 Austin 7 vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 1959 Austin 7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 515 kg more than 1959 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin 7 | 1957 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 7 | DS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3130 mm |
