1959 Citroen DS vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 1959 Citroen DS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 200 kg more than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Vauxhall Cresta 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 Vauxhall Cresta. 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 Vauxhall Cresta (155 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1954 Vauxhall Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
Model | DS | Cresta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 155 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |