1959 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 45 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Rover 45.
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, 2004 Rover 45 (241 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | DS | 45 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
