1956 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Kia Shuma
To start off, 1999 Kia Shuma is newer by 43 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, 1999 Kia Shuma (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 148 kg more than 1999 Kia Shuma.
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, 1999 Kia Shuma (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1999 Kia Shuma | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | DS | Shuma |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2570 mm |