1959 Citroen DS vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 155 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DS | Galant |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2520 mm |
