1956 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Mini One
To start off, 2001 Mini One is newer by 45 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, 2001 Mini One (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 187 kg more than 2001 Mini One.
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, 2001 Mini One (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2001 Mini One | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | DS | One |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |