1959 Citroen DS vs. 1987 Acura Integra
To start off, 1987 Acura Integra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS.
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, 1987 Acura Integra (139 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1987 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1987 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | DS | Integra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2450 mm |
