1972 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen DS (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. (111 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 57 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. 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, 1972 Citroen DS (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 1998 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | DS | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2480 mm |
