1965 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 47 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (113 HP @ 400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1965 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | DS | i40 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2770 mm |