1967 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2008 Kia Opirus is newer by 41 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Opirus weights approximately 445 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.
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, 2008 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2008 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | DS | Opirus |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
