1964 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 41 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, 2005 Honda Mobilio (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1964 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 95 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 Citroen DS (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1964 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Citroen DS | 2005 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2750 mm |
