1956 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 54 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, 2010 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 290 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Copen.
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) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2010 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | DS | Copen |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 120 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 850 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 Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |