1966 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 33 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, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 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, 1966 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Civic |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |
