1960 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 50 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 193 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.
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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen DS | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | DS | Accord |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |