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 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 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 2 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, 2010 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
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 | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 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 | 1270 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 |