1968 Citroen DS vs. 1968 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 1968 Citroen DS and 1968 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Citroen DS weights approximately 300 kg more than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 1968 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen DS | 1968 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | DS | Colt |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1498 cc |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2360 mm |