1964 Citroen DS vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Citroen DS (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Citroen DS weights approximately 240 kg more than 1997 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Citroen DS (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Citroen DS | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | DS | Avella |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2400 mm |
