1956 Citroen DS vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1979 Honda Prelude is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 220 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude.
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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
