1956 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 49 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, 2005 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 107 kg more than 2005 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | DS | Civic |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1334 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 118 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1213 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |