1968 Citroen DS vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 1968 Citroen DS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Citroen DS (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1968 Citroen DS.
Because 1949 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 1949 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 1949 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | DS | P4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
