1972 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Honda Stream
To start off, 2012 Honda Stream is newer by 40 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, 2012 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 94 kg more than 2012 Honda Stream.
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, 2012 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 2012 Honda Stream | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | DS | Stream |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 94.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2690 mm |