1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper is newer by 5 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, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin 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 670 kg more than 1964 Austin 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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Mini Cooper | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Mini Cooper | DS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
