1960 Citroen DS vs. 2010 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 577 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.
Because 2010 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen DS | 2010 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | DS | Kyron |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |