1966 Citroen DS vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 36 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, 1966 Citroen DS (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 330 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. 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, 1966 Citroen DS (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Civic |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
