1966 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 54 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | DS | S-MX |
Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |