1973 Citroen DS vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1973 Citroen DS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen DS (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 Citroen DS.
Because 1954 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 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Citroen DS (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | DS | P4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2830 mm |
