1959 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 54 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 55 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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, 2013 Mini Cooper (160 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | DS | Cooper |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1426 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2547 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |