1966 Citroen DS vs. 1992 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1992 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Hyundai Lantra (125 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 212 kg more than 1992 Hyundai Lantra.
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, 1966 Citroen DS (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Lantra. (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1992 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | DS | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1174 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
