1956 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 38 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 232 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | DS | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2540 mm |
