1965 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 46 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 249 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Civic |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1201 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
