1956 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 42 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 548 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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, 1998 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 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | DS | Today |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |