1956 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 52 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, 2008 Kia Cee'd (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 131 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, 2008 Kia Cee'd (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | DS | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |