1956 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 43 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1999 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Accord |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
