1956 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 48 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 730 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Retona (205 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2004 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | DS | Retona |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2370 mm |
