1959 Citroen DS vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 32 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 2,449 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 302 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Honda Accord (230 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1991 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Accord |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2449 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2810 mm |
