1959 Citroen DS vs. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow
To start off, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 633 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | DS | Fellow |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 38 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 59 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2100 mm |