1972 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 660 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona 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, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2004 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | DS | Retona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2370 mm |
