1956 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 56 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 235 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | DS | Terios |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 140 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |