1998 Acura Integra vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1998 Acura Integra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura Integra (170 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 66 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Acura Integra (174 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1998 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | Integra | DS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
