1967 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 42 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, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 333 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (136 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | DS | Elantra |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |