1956 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 39 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, 1956 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 430 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1995 Honda Today | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Today |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
