1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1963 Austin A 99 is newer by 7 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 293 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Austin A 99 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 1963 Austin A 99. 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, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 99 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 99 | DS |
Year Released | 1963 | 1956 |
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 | 107 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |