1964 Citroen DS vs. 1965 Honda F1
To start off, 1965 Honda F1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Honda F1 (217 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1964 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Honda F1 should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Citroen DS weights approximately 780 kg more than 1965 Honda F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Citroen DS | 1965 Honda F1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | F1 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
