1973 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 533 kg more than 1973 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | DS | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
