1965 Citroen DS vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 810 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DS | Minica |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2270 mm |
