1960 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 52 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, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 27 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, 2012 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen DS | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | DS | Fit |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |