1957 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 55 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 68 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | DS | Insight |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |