1959 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Honda Fit
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 46 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, 2005 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 68 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 2005 Honda Fit | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | DS | Fit |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 119 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |