2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 49 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, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 210 kg more than 2009 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (114 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Aveo | DS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1206 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
