1973 Citroen DS vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, both 1973 Citroen DS and 1973 Honda 145 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen DS (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen DS weights approximately 530 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | 145 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2260 mm |
