1965 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Kia Joice
To start off, 1999 Kia Joice is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 Kia Joice.
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, 1999 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 1999 Kia Joice | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | DS | Joice |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2730 mm |