1960 Austin A 90 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1960 Austin A 90 is newer by 1 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 90 (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 180 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.
Because 1960 Austin A 90 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 1960 Austin A 90. 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, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 90 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 90 | DS |
Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 137 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |