1956 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 53 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, 2009 Honda Insight (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 44 kg more than 2009 Honda Insight.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2009 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Insight |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 121 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
