1959 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (144 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 240 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Rover 200 (180 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1995 Rover 200 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | DS | 200 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |