1956 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 54 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, 2010 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 185 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2010 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | DS | Accent |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1073 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |