1965 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 42 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | DS | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
