1969 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Citroen DS weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 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, 1969 Citroen DS (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen DS | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Civic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
