1972 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 36 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, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS. 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 (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 2008 Honda Fit | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | DS | Fit |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 89.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |