1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1961 Austin A 40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 498 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Austin A 40 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 1961 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1956 Citroen DS (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 40 | DS |
Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 65 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1258 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |