2000 Acura Integra vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 114 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Acura Integra (172 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2000 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | Integra | DS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
