1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1972 Austin Allegro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 490 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Allegro | DS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |
