1964 Citroen DS vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1964 Citroen DS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Citroen DS (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1964 Citroen DS.
Because 1958 Rover P4 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 1958 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1958 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen DS. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Citroen DS | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | DS | P4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
