1965 Citroen DS vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 32 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 60 kg more than 1965 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 1997 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | DS | Verada |
Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2730 mm |