From the Rolls-Royce experimental archive: a quarter of a million communications from Rolls-Royce, 1906 to 1960's. Documents from the Sir Henry Royce Memorial Foundation (SHRMF).
The testing of Citroen cars, focusing on their torsion bar suspension, ride quality, and weight.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 128\1\ scan0226 | |
| Date | 21th May 1936 | |
| FILES. X 1104 21.5.36. Citroen Torsion Bar Suspension. We have tested the latest 12 h.p. and also the 15 h.p. 7 seater saloon, both having the new hydraulic shock absorbers. These cars which sell at £265 and £345 respectively are far superior for riding comfort compared to other cars selling at similar prices. The new Citroens are good for reduction of pitching, but the ride would be considered as harsh compared to R.R. cars. The ride in the rear seat of the 7 seater would be quite satisfactory for long distances on inferior roads. The complete absence of rolling and good steering controllability are outstanding features of these cars. Although there are many points we should adversely criticise in the complete Citroen the riding may be considered as one of the best features and is very creditable for a cheap car built for continental use. The weight of the 15 h.p. 7 seater is 24¾ cwts. and that of the front suspension system less brakes is 175 lbs. This front suspension weight is 35 lbs. heavier than our present Bentley suspension. There are features however where considerable weight could be reduced. In view of independent front suspension on the Bentley, we recommend that a 7 seater Citroen should be purchased. Hs{Lord Ernest Hives - Chair}/Les.{Ivan A. Leslie} | ||