1959 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 HR-V (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 63 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
