1959 Citroen DS vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 25 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 270 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
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, 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (138 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1984 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DS | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2640 mm |
