1956 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Mini One
To start off, 2004 Mini One is newer by 48 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 100 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Mini One (140 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Mini One | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | DS | One |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
