1971 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 1995 Rover 400 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1971 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, 1971 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen DS | 1995 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | DS | 400 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2560 mm |
