1956 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 816 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 1999 Honda Odyssey 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 Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3010 mm |
