1957 Citroen DS vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 474 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2002 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | DS | Accord |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |