1960 Citroen DS vs. 2003 Honda Insight
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 43 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 285 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2003 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Insight |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
