1959 Citroen DS vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 29 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 315 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (122 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DS | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2390 mm |
