1957 Citroen DS vs. 1967 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1967 Innocenti Mini is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 690 kg more than 1967 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1957 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 1967 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | DS | Mini |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
