1956 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 52 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 92 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1338 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
