1956 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 51 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 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 556 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.
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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | DS | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |