1956 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 40 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, 1996 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | DS | Civic |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 124 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2630 mm |