1972 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 37 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 10 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
