1960 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 50 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, 2010 Hyundai ix20 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Hyundai ix20 (260 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2010 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | DS | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2615 mm |
