1967 Citroen DS vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon

To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 39 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, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 324 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Citroen DS 2006 SsangYong Actyon
Make Citroen SsangYong
Model DS Actyon
Year Released 1967 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2175 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 177 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 86.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.5 mm 85.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 18.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 1776 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 75 L