1959 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 1996 Kia Capital is newer by 37 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, 1996 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Capital weights approximately 5 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Kia Capital (152 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1996 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | DS | Capital |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2530 mm |
