1960 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 530 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Life 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, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen DS | 2000 Honda Life | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | DS | Life |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2370 mm |