1959 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 47 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
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, 2006 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Accord |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
