1956 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (130 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
