1959 Citroen DS vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1959 Citroen DS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS.
Because 1954 Rover P4 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 1954 Rover P4. 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, 1954 Rover P4 (138 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | DS | P4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 138 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |