1972 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 34 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 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 197 kg more than 2006 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 (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
