1960 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Honda S2000
To start off, 2000 Honda S2000 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S2000 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen DS | 2000 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | DS | S2000 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |