1956 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Daihatsu Domino
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 42 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 32 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 612 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. 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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1998 Daihatsu Domino | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | DS | Domino |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
