1966 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 68 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2009 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 2009 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | DS | Accent |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
