1959 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 37 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, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 270 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
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, 1996 Honda CRX (143 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1996 Honda CRX | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | DS | CRX |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 143 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2380 mm |