1960 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 49 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen DS | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | DS | Cooper |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |