1970 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Honda CRX
To start off, 1995 Honda CRX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen DS weights approximately 160 kg more than 1995 Honda CRX.
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, 1970 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1970 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen DS | 1995 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | CRX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2380 mm |
