1956 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Pony is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 328 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Pony.
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, 1956 Citroen DS (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1996 Hyundai Pony | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | DS | Pony |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |