1967 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 122 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
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, 1996 Honda Prelude (214 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2560 mm |
