1959 Citroen DS vs. 1974 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1974 Hyundai Pony is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Hyundai Pony (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 490 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Because 1974 Hyundai Pony is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Hyundai Pony. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1974 Hyundai Pony | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | DS | Pony |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 85 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 74 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |