1966 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 1994 Rover 400 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | DS | 400 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2560 mm |