1956 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira 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, 1998 Daihatsu Mira 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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (107 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | DS | Mira |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |
