1965 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2004 Honda Avancier is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Avancier (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Avancier weights approximately 170 kg more than 1965 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Avancier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Honda Avancier (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 2004 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 61 L |
