1959 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Pony is newer by 35 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, 1994 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 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 390 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Pony.
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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1994 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | DS | Pony |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
