2001 Acura Integra vs. 1965 Citroen DS
To start off, 2001 Acura Integra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura Integra (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura Integra weights approximately 125 kg more than 1965 Citroen DS. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 1965 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | Integra | DS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |
