1956 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Mini MK VII
To start off, 1996 Mini MK VII is newer by 40 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, 1996 Mini MK VII (96 HP @ 6130 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mini MK VII should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 523 kg more than 1996 Mini MK VII.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mini MK VII. (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mini MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1996 Mini MK VII | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | DS | MK VII |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6130 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2040 mm |
