1960 Citroen DS vs. 2003 Mini One
To start off, 2003 Mini One is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mini One (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Mini One.
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, 2003 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2003 Mini One | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | DS | One |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
