1960 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 189 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Lantra.
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, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2000 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | DS | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2560 mm |
