1959 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz 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 Jazz (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz.
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, 2005 Honda Jazz (151 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2005 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
