1973 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen DS weights approximately 78 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit.
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, 1973 Citroen DS (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Fit |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2499 mm |
