1995 Acura Integra vs. 1969 Citroen DS
To start off, 1995 Acura Integra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Integra (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Citroen DS weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Acura Integra.
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, 1995 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Integra | 1969 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | Integra | DS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
