1960 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 45 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 181 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
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 @ 1800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | DS | Rio |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
