1960 Citroen DS vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 31 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 414 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | DS | 100 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
