1957 Citroen DS vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 17 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 41 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 850 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1957 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DS | Minica |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2010 mm |
