2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Aveo | DS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 43 L |
