1956 Citroen DS vs. 1977 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 510 kg more than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1977 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | DS | Charmant |
Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 90 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2340 mm |