1972 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 35 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, 1972 Citroen DS (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 222 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2007 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
