1960 Citroen DS vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1961 Land Rover A 109 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Citroen DS (82 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (157 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen DS | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | DS | A 109 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1961 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 137 Nm | 157 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2780 mm |