1956 Citroen DS vs. 1982 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1982 Dodge Mirada is newer by 26 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 463 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Dodge Mirada 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 1982 Dodge Mirada. 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, 1982 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1982 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | DS | Mirada |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2870 mm |
