1957 Citroen DS vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 425 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | DS | Charmant |
Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2340 mm |