1959 Citroen DS vs. 1992 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1992 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 33 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, 1992 Hyundai Lantra (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 120 kg more than 1992 Hyundai Lantra.
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, 1992 Hyundai Lantra (165 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1992 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1992 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | DS | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
