1972 Citroen DS vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1972 Citroen DS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen DS (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS.
Because 1957 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 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Citroen DS (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | DS | P4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 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 | 1272 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2830 mm |