1957 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 392 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
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, 1957 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 2008 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | DS | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
