1956 Citroen DS vs. 1965 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1965 Mitsubishi 500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 790 kg more than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Mitsubishi 500 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 1965 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1965 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | DS | 500 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 34 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2070 mm |