1959 Citroen DS vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 44 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 153 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, 2003 Honda Accord (340 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | DS | Accord |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |