1967 Citroen DS vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 537 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1997 Kia Avella | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | DS | Avella |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2400 mm |