1959 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 51 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 57 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | DS | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 154 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |