1972 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 33 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, 1972 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 3 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS.
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) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 Nm). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1213 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2630 mm |
