1967 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 82 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2004 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DS | Magna |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2730 mm |
