1972 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 41 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, 2013 Kia Forte (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 11 kg more than 2013 Kia Forte.
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, 2013 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | DS | Forte |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| 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 | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| 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 | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
