1956 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 53 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 8 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 332 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Copen. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2009 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | DS | Copen |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 56.4 mm |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |