1959 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 47 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, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 130 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 2006 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | DS | Atos |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1084 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 87 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |