1972 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 38 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, 2010 Kia Soul (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 111 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | DS | Soul |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |