1972 Citroen DS vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 39 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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 500 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | DS | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
