1973 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 38 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 53 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.
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, 1973 Citroen DS (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | DS | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2660 mm |
