1956 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 56 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DS | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
