1959 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 742 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.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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 Retona (205 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1996 Kia Retona 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 Retona | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | DS | Retona |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 205 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2370 mm |