1956 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 43 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, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 408 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion.
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 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1999 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | DS | Sirion |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2350 mm |