1972 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight 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 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 25 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2006 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Insight |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
