1959 Citroen DS vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 28 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (194 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DS | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
