1960 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 34 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 99 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | DS | 200 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
