1959 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 42 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Rover 75 (260 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | DS | 75 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |
