1956 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | DS | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
