1968 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Honda That
To start off, 2004 Honda That is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Citroen DS weights approximately 388 kg more than 2004 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda That 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, 1968 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen DS | 2004 Honda That | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | DS | That |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2370 mm |