1959 Citroen DS vs. 1959 MG Magnett

To start off, both 1959 Citroen DS and 1959 MG Magnett were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG Magnett weights approximately 12 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS.

Because 1959 MG Magnett 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 1959 MG Magnett. 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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG Magnett. (115 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG Magnett.

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