1967 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 42 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | DS | HR-V |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |