1959 Citroen DS vs. 2002 Honda Capa
To start off, 2002 Honda Capa is newer by 43 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, 2002 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 Honda Capa.
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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2002 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Capa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2370 mm |
