1967 Citroen DS vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1967 Citroen DS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 52 kg more than 1955 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | DS | P4 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
