1972 Citroen DS vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 310 kg more than 1986 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, 1972 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2210 mm |
