1959 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 35 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 362 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (173 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | DS | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2540 mm |
